Radom. Advanced June, food prices are constantly on the rise. Production plants have suspended work, and the new first Secretary of the Polish United Workers' Party cannot suppress strikes... Travel back in time to the downright absurd and funny, though uneasy, life in the People’s Republic of Poland with the heroes of the movie "Short working day".
Aquarium fish, artificial fern, images of Lenin, red rotary dial telephone – we recreated the Communist aesthetics with the highest attention to detail. It is here, on the third floor of our hotel, where you will feel like in a typical house of an average PRL family. The patterned cream wallpaper, red curtains and two comfortable beds in the sleeping area will bring you the well-deserved rest and relaxation after a day of hard work.
The suite has a dining area with a fully-equipped kitchenette and a spacious white-and-green bathroom with a shower cabin. Truly sublime – for its time – entertainment will be provided to you by the 32-inch TV, fast WIFI and an interesting book borrowed from our library.
Krzysztof Kieślowski's film A Short Day of Work depicts the tragedy of the workers' strikes in Radom in 1976. The production combines fictional and documentary elements, giving it a unique character.
The script was based on a report by Hanna Krall. Kieślowski wanted to portray the drama of ordinary people in a tense political situation.
The entire action takes place on a single day – June 25, 1976. This approach heightens the drama of the events.
The film interestingly combines realistic archival footage with the stories of fictional characters. This gives the production an authentic feel.
Although the events took place in Radom, filming was primarily in Łódź and Pabianice. Factories, streets, and apartments were used. The set encompassed the intersections of Jaracza and Sterlinga Streets in Łódź.
Kieślowski allowed the actors to improvise. Their reactions were natural, and the drama of the situation was realistic.
The film didn't premiere until 1996 due to censorship.
Some scenes were filmed in a single take to capture the true emotions of the actors and extras, and Kieślowski limited the duration of scenes to heighten the audience's suspense.
The film shows how individual decisions impact the lives of many people. Archival footage woven into the story enhances the realism and educational value.
